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Autocross Series Information
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Boston Chapter
Driving Event
2008 Autocross Series
Sunday, April 27, 2008
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Sunday, Aug 24, 2008
Sunday, Sept 21, 2008
Sunday, Oct 12, 2008
7 am to 5 pm
Location
Devens Airport
Ayer, MA
Event Registrar
AutoCross Registrar
Event Coordinators
Larry Nicklas
Christo Tinkov
Welcome to the home page for the 2008 Boston Chapter Autocross Series.
Have you ever wondered what you and your car are really capable of? Here’s your chance to find out in
a safe, fun environment, with fellow enthusiasts.
The 2008 Autocross Series is open to Boston Chapter BMW CCA members. If you are not a member of the
Boston Chapter BMW CCA, you may join for only $40 per year. If you
are a BMW CCA member, you may add the Boston Chapter to your current membership.
Please read these instructions carefully, even if you are a Boston Chapter Autocross veteran.
Because using your car in this controlled environment can introduce risks, we must make sure it remains
a safe series. Drivers who do not show up for events or who don't follow the
rules may be banned from the Autocross Series.
Summary of 2008 Changes
The changes for this season include event management, equipment, registration, vehicle classification
clarifications, IMF and tech changes.
Event Format
We are continuing to strive to have a new course every event. Driver's meeting is at 8:30 am sharp.
If you miss the Driver’s meeting, you will not be able to run for the day.
With the number of drivers we have been getting, we will running two run groups, where one works, while
the other runs. There will be two swap overs, and a separate lunch break is not guaranteed. You may
be eating between runs or while working on the course.
Vehicle Classifications
The AR class was further clarified to better align it with SCCA. This will be strictly enforced!
· All SCCA “Stock” and “Street Prepared” modifications are allowed.
· All interior trim, dashboards, gauges, floor covering, carpet and upholstery panels and similar non
performance comfort or convenience items must remain in place in the car. This includes the rear seat.
· All windows must remain OEM, or suitable DOT replacement glass.
· Body panels must be OEM BMW or OEM “clone” parts.
· Aftermarket Spoilers are allowed as are aftermarket front splitters.
· No bodywork can be altered except the wheel wells to accommodate larger rims and tires.
· Stock suspension locations must be retained.
· Brake ducting is allowed.
· Only modifications that we have on the IMF form will be allowed for AR. Almost all SCCA “Prepared”
Class rules will push a car into the M Class.
If in doubt please contact the Event chairs for further clarification.
We’ve also updated the Model Grid with all the new BMWs and Minis introduced since last year.
Registration
You must register for each event separately. After you are accepted for the event, you will be sent
an Acceptance email, which will also contain payment details. The Boston Chapter will continue using
PayPal to accept payment for this event. Payment
for each event must be made prior to the Wednesday preceding the event, or your registration will be
cancelled. There will be no refunds under any circumstances.
The charge for each Autocross event is $35. You will be sent a payment request via email if you are
accepted for this event.
Each participant in the Autocross Series MUST be a member of the BMW CCA. If you are not
a member, and wish to join, you can join online at the
BMW CCA website.
If a driver can not make an event and contacts the registrar at least five days in advance they will
not be Red Listed. After a second time on the Red List, the driver will be not allowed to register for
a Boston Chapter Autocross event for four (4) events, including going into the following year's season.
The message should be clear: only register if you're absolutely positive you'll be there. For more information,
please see Eligibility and Registration section.
Inspection and Modification Form (IMF)
The IMF has been streamlined and further clarified, making it crystal clear how many points
to assess in order to determine your vehicle class. Download the IMF
Tech Changes
As the new Snell 2005 helmets have been readily available for two years now, we will only
allow participants to use 2000 or newer Snell-approved helmet. Both Snell SA (special applications)
and Snell MA (motorcycle) ratings are accepted. Loaner helmets are limited, but available, so feel free
to come if you don't have your own helmet. Only use the helmet during your run, as others may want to
use these same helmets. Helmets found that pre-date our requirements will be confiscated for the event,
and returned at the end of the day.
Inspections
All competitors will need to pass a Tech Inspection. However, every driver will
have a choice: New or casual competitors in either BMWs or other makes will be able to tech as usual.
The morning of EACH event get into the Tech line and have your car teched. Or, for more serious competitors
there is a process which will lead to an Annual Tech sticker:
If a BMW driver wishes to qualify for the season's championship within their respective classes, they
will need to complete and turn in an Inspection and Modifications
Form (IMF). The IMF will need to be completed and brought to the first event. The IMF includes
a full disclosure of modifications, a calculation of points, and intended autocross class.
Download the IMF
Autocross staff will give the car a tech inspection, successful completion of which will result in a
2008 Tech Sticker. After you have your 2008 Tech Sticker, no further tech inspection will be needed
for the season, if no further modifications are made to the vehicle. The only exception will be cars running R-compound
tires which will require a wheel
bearing check each event.
Non-BMW drivers must also have their cars teched once and receive an Annual Tech Inspection sticker.
No IMF form is required for non-BMWs.
Meanwhile, if you're a casual autocrosser, perhaps a first timer who just wants to come out and have
a bit of fun and try the sport, simply find your model and year on the
Model Grid, fill in the IMF, register and show up. We'll perform a safety inspection and you'll be ready to go.
Download the IMF
Click here to get the 2008 Model Grid.
Schedule
The 2008 schedule includes seven Timed Events, one Test and Tune event, an Evolution School, and one
open-format event.
You will have to get points in at least 4 events to qualify for a trophy.
More 2008 Autocross Series Information
- Classes, Points, and Trophies: Car classification,
season points, and trophies awarded.
- Eligibility and Registration: Driver
eligibility, event registration, no-show policy, cancellations, and refunds.
- Day Of Event Information: Daily autocross
schedule, visitor policy, tech inspections, work policy, and course assignment.
- Directions To Site: Directions to the
autocross site.
- Car Classification: Determine your
car's autocross class.
More 2008 Boston Chapter Autocross Events
Besides the eight timed events, the Autocross Committee has these events planned for 2008.
- Autocross EVO school, Saturday, Sunday, May 10-11
- Autocross School plus Test And Tune, Sunday, July 13
- Autocross School plus Test And Tune, Saturday, August 9
More Autocross Resources
These links to external web sites are great for any Autocrosser, novice or expert.
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